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$3,950 Total Monthly Price

20 Cottage St Unit 1

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Cambridge, MA 02139

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Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba —

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Sewer

About This Property

This elegant 2 bed/2 bath duplex condo is sited on a gorgeous side street in leafy Cambridgeport, only 5 blocks to Central Square and the Red Line T. A quiet retreat from the nearby bustle, this well-planned 1870 home offers graciously proportioned common spaces, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and beautiful architectural detail. Its substantial window casings and baseboards evoke the charm of its period, while recent updates and astute care give it contemporary comforts. The kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, with large work surfaces, granite counters, abundant cabinets & stainless steel appliances. The second floor is a complete master suite, with a large bedroom, full bath, and built-in office area. A welcoming farmer’s porch at the front of the home and a shared patio among the side gardens offer options for outdoor enjoyment. Close to Harvard and MIT, and the location also affords easy access to downtown Boston and the Longwood Medical Area. Walk Score® of 96 and Bike Score® of 99.

20 Cottage St is a condo located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge School District attendance zone.

Condo Features

Dishwasher

Microwave

Refrigerator

Disposal

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Patio
  • Porch
Location
20 Cottage St, Cambridge,
MA 02139
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

On the coast of the Charles River, Cambridgeport neighbors the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and lies just north of Boston University across the river. Just minutes from bustling downtown Boston, Cambridgeport has small town charm with close proximity to big city amenities. On the shore of the Charles River, residents enjoy visiting Magazine Beach Park with great water views and open green space.

Visit Asgard Irish Pub for delicious eats in an old-timey, classic pub setting. For a colorful, lively atmosphere with diverse cuisine and late night shows, venture over to The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub. While in Cambridgeport, you’ll want to visit the MIT Museum, filled with galleries and exhibits focused on research and innovation. Get out on the water with the Riverside Boat Club and join the hundreds of rowers in this non-profit community gem.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 437 Sq Ft $2,450 $3,135 $10,252
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1191-1193 Sq Ft $1,800 $3,774 $10,490
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1472-1483 Sq Ft $2,800 $4,649 $16,528
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2185-2187 Sq Ft $3,300 $5,207 $19,713
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3394 Sq Ft $1,280 $5,568 $14,000
Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Patio
  • Porch
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
MIT
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Boston University
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
20 Cottage St Unit 1 is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near MIT and Boston University.
Schools
The Amigos School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Nearby
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
888 Students
Nearby
The Henry Buckner School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
6 Students
Nearby
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
54 Students
Nearby
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
38 Students
Nearby
James F Farr Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
29 Students
Nearby
Farr James F
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.3 mile from 20 Cottage St Unit 1. 20 Cottage St Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.2 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
St Paul Street Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Boston University West Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Boston University East Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Boston University Central Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 11 min 2.8 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 13 min 7.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 15 min 6.2 mi

Walkability Near 20 Cottage St Cambridge, MA 02139

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30 / 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 20 Cottage St Unit 1.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
330-340 River Street
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Memorial Plaza
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
20 Cottage St Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
20 Cottage St Unit 1 has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
20 Cottage St Unit 1 has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.0 miles away and a 20 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 25 min 13.4 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 28 min 16.5 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 36 min 20.4 mi
20 Cottage St Unit 1 has 3 military bases within 20.4 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.4 miles away and a 25 minute drive.

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